Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS8 · City of Bristol
428
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
BS15 · South Gloucestershire
331
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Kingswood has less crime — 331 vs 428 incidents in April 2026.
Bristol saw somewhat more crime than Kingswood in April 2026 (428 vs 331 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bristol sees higher rates of Shoplifting (54), while Kingswood has more Public order (31). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Kingswood recorded fewer crimes than Bristol — 331 vs 428 incidents. That is 23% fewer crimes. Bristol is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bristol saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Kingswood had more Public order. Overall, Kingswood recorded fewer total crimes (331 vs 428).